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Rodri Mendez
Country of Origin: Spain
Location: Rías Baixas
People: Rodri Mendez, Winemaker
Supplier: http://www.oleimports.com



Location, Soil, Climate: Rias Baixas / Subzone of Condado de Tea (Zone # 1) towards the west, extends westwards from Tui along the Miño valley up to the neighboring Riberiro DO. The landscape is more abrupt and consists of several small river valleys. The soils are granite and slate based.

Vineyard Information: The vineyards that produce this outstanding expression of Albariño are tended in the local popular Emparrado trellis system, which was invented by the Romans during the 2nd century to maximize air circulation allowing for a better drier ripening season.

Rodri Mendez: The winemaker Rodri Mendez is no less than Raul Perez disciple and right hand man. In fact Columna is vinified in the same winery were Sketch (the under the water wine) is produced.
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Columna 2012 Albarino, Rias Baixas DO Net Price Reviews —
Reviews
Columna 2012 Albarino, Rias Baixas DO
Rating: 90

Bright straw color. Fresh melon and tangerine aromas are brightened by notes of quinine and chalky minerals. Light-bodied, focused honeydew and citrus fruit flavors show good concentration and a hint of saltiness. Finishes tangy and long, with a refreshingly bitter quality and a touch of fresh orange.

- International Wine Cellar (10/1/2013)

Columna 2012 Albarino, Rias Baixas DO
Rating: 87

From the granite and slate soils of Rias Baixas (where Albarino is king), Columna’s 2012 Albarino offers scents of crushed rocks and spring flowers in its fresh, light to medium-bodied personality. With good texture as well as freshness, it can be enjoyed over the next year.

- The Wine Advocate (8/29/2013)